Hyosung Corporation, Korean industrial conglomerate operates in various fields, including the chemical industry, industrial machinery, IT, trade, and construction and many more has launched Aquila Pro and GT650R two new superbikes in the country.
Hyosung Cruiser Aquila Pro and the new edition of GT650 R, both of them will be made available in three color variants- Cruiser Aquila Pro will be spotted in Red, Silver and Blacks whereas GT 650 R in Titanium White, Titanium Red and in Titanium black. Enumerating the engine specification of both the superbikes, Aquila Pro will be powered with 650cc V-twin engine and the same engine also powers for GT650R. This V-twin engine will generates 74 BHP of power at a rather high 9000 RPM and 62.1 Nm of torque at 6500 RPM. This machine boasts a top speed of 195 km/hr and 0 – 100 km/hr in just 6 seconds, it also claims that the 140 km/hr mark can be achieved in just 11 seconds. Aquilla Pro uses a 5-speed gearbox transmission to power the rear wheels which has different ratios than the GT650R. The GT650R gets a new two-tone paint job, and while the tech specs remain largely the same as its previous version already available in international market, the engine has been tweaked to ensure smoother power delivery.
Sharing his thoughts at the launch of the super bikes, Mr. Shirish Kulkarni, Managing Director, DSK Hyosung said, “We are very passionate about promoting superbiking culture in India by introducing niche products for our valuable customers and superbiking fraternity as a whole. Aquila Pro as our campaign says ‘soul of a cruiser, heart of a racer’ is one of the best looking cruisers I have ever seen .It is basically about fun and the sheer joy of riding. When it comes to the newly launched GT650R – 2013 its sheer racing style is going to the win the hearts of lovers of super sports bike in India”.
The Hyosung Aquila Pro is a comfortable motorcycle with forward set foot pegs, well cushioned seats and wide handlebars. In terms of Dimension, Aquila Pro measure apporx Length x Width x Height: 2330 mm x 840 mm x 1150 mm, Wheelbase: 1670 mm, Ground Clearance: 160 mm, Fuel Tank Capacity of 16-litres and claims in terms of Fuel consumption nearby 20 km/l (Fuel Type- Petrol) and sustained with a kerb weight of 240 kgs. Dealing with device suspension, this machine dubbed with Telescopic forks (Front), Hydraulic double shock absorber (Rear) suspension.
“The launch of both the bikes once again shows DSK and Hyosung’s commitment towards the super bike enthusiast in India. The DSK and Hyosung association also portrays the dedication to develop truly unique super bikes that offer the perfect symbiosis of design, character and performance. Today, our innovation and expertise has created a range of bikes, from cutting edge sports bikes to retro-classics and sports cruisers. Our products offer something for everyone in the super biking segment”, he further added.
Quick Specifications of Hyosung GT 650 R:
- Engine: DOHC 8 valve water cooled
- Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection
- Starter: Electric
- Displacement: 647cc
- Power Output: 82hp @ 9000rpm
- Cylinders: 2
- L x W x H: 2060 x 655 x 1125mm
- Wheelbase: 1435mm
- Ground Clearance: 130mm
- Seat Height: 780mm
- Dry Mass: 208kgs
- Gears: 1 down 5 up
- Brakes: Front double disc, rear disc
- Tyres: 120/ 60-ZR17 55W front
- Tyres: 160/ 60-ZR17 69W rear
- Fuel Tank: 17 litre
Speaking on the occasion Jimmy Park, Managing Director, S&T Motors said, “I am really proud to be a part of this historic occasion. I sincerely thank DSK Group to take the brand Hyosung ahead and make it popular among the ever growing super biking community in India. The launch of two super bikes once again reiterates our ever growing bond of trust and reliability. I am confident that like our other products these two bikes will appeal to the super bikers in India.”
Quick Specifications of Aquila Pro:
- Engine: 647cc, V-Twin, DOHC, Water-Cooled, 8-valves
- Power: 74 BHP @ 9000 RPM
- Torque: 62.1 Nm @ 6500 RPM
- Transmission: 5-speed manual
- 0 – 100 km/hr – 6 seconds
- Top Speed: 195 km/h
- Fuel Consumption: 20 km/l
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Suspension: Telescopic forks (Front), Hydraulic double shock absorber (Rear)
- Tyres: 120/70/18 (Front), 180/55/17 (Rear)
- Brakes: 284 mm twin discs (Front), 144 mm disc (Rear)
The Aquila falls under a price tag of Rs. 4,99,000 (Ex-showroom Delhi) and GT650R has been priced at Rs. 4,79,000 (Ex-showroom, Delhi).
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